Looking For Social Podcasters September 29, 2006

What’s happening Techie Diva readers? I know you have dreams of becoming a famous podcaster or videocaster, and this is your chance to do it on Techie Diva. Put your creativity to work by submitting your own podcast right here. If you have something to say about your new iPod, your high-def TiVO or pet robot, simply click on the Odeo banner above, plug-in your microphone, and tell us what you think. You can also submit questions for advice, or recommendations on new products you spot first. If your message is selected, it will be get some airtime on this blog, and maybe even a fan following. More details after the  jump….

Gadgets are a Girl’s Best Friend August 4, 2006

True or False? You visit electronic stores more often than shopping malls.

If you think this statement is somewhat true, you’re not alone. USA Today investigates the results of an Oxygen Network survey that indicates more women would choose electronics, such as iPods, TVs, or cell phones, over silly things like diamond necklaces or designer shoes. Not only do girls want their high-tech toys, but they want the top-of-the-line models.

The survey aimed to compared tech attitudes between men and women, so they interviewed over 1,400 women and 700 men, ages 15-49. Findings suggest that advertisers need to address a broader audience, and not talk down to women. Continue Reading Story

Techie Diva’s Fitness Challenge July 27, 2006

Alright Nike + iPod Sport Kit owners, it time to get serious with these workouts or at least motivate each other. It’s still Summer time, and we all need a little motivation to lose a few pounds. So I thought it would be a good idea to put together a team of divas (or divos) who want to commit to a month-long workout routine with me. If you’re interested, send me an email at techiedivas at yahoo dot com, with suggestions on how you wanna do this. I want to start the challenge August 1st, so get me your info before that time. If you don’t know, the Nike + iPod sports kit also allows you to challenge up to 50 ppl, and we can all see each other’s progress. So sign up and shape up. This may be all that stands between you and those size 4 jeans. Ok, size 6.

Techie Diva @ Yahoo! Tech July 14, 2006

This is what I’ve been up to at Yahoo! Tech in case you missed it:

• The Little Lexmark Printer That Could
• Energy Conserving Tips for Laptop Owners
• Tech Doesn’t Kill, Bad Habits Do
• Not Your Parent’s Cellphone
• Are Extended Warranties Necessary?
• Taking killer pictures with your camera phone
• Make your own iPod sleeves

Have another great weekend! I’ll be joining the AIDS Walk in San Francisco this Sunday. If you would like to make a donation please visit this page. More details below…

You Go, Girl Gadgeteer July 10, 2006

Lesslie Katz and Erica Ogg from CNet wrote a story on "You go, Girl Gadgeteer". Thanks for the mention CNet!

According to the article: "Out of $107.2 billion spent on consumer-electronics technology in 2005, men accounted for 54 percent, or $57.9 billion worth, of those purchases, and women took care of 46 percent, or $49.3 billion, according to market research firm The NPD Group. That’s an 18 percent increase in spending by females compared with the previous year, when women rang up $41.9 billion in gadget purchases. Men spent about the same amount in 2004 as they did in 2005." Wow! I believe this because I spend more money on gadgets than clothes, purses, makeup or other girly stuff these days, as compared to my spending habits before 2005.

Quick Poll: What gadgets do you carry around in your purse?  Like I told Leslie, I have a Treo 650 (and a RAZR), bluetooth headset, a Sony DSC-T30 (for videoblogging), an iPod nano (and video), and an iPod Belkin microphone (to record memos).  Sometimes I carry my Nintendo DS Lite, but I hate weighing down the purse. So what’s in your "wallet"?

Techie Diva @ Yahoo! Tech July 7, 2006

In case you missed it, here’s some stories from Yahoo! Tech:

• Wearable Tech Do’s and Don’ts
• Microsoft Wants To Kill The iPod
• Fujitsu Ten’s "Dual Display" GPS
• Hands On: Apple’s iLife ‘06
• Presidential Nintendo DS Lite
• Back-To-School Mac Special
• Voice-Activated TV Remote Control
• Tips to Becoming a Camcorder Pro

Enjoy your weekend!

Techie Diva @ Yahoo! Tech July 7, 2006

In case you missed it, here’s some stories from Yahoo! Tech:

• Wearable Tech Do’s and Don’ts
• Microsoft Wants To Kill The iPod
• Fujitsu Ten’s "Dual Display" GPS
• Hands On: Apple’s iLife ‘06
• Presidential Nintendo DS Lite
• Back-To-School Mac Special
• Voice-Activated TV Remote Control
• Tips to Becoming a Camcorder Pro

Enjoy your weekend!

Techie Diva @ Yahoo! Tech June 30, 2006

Thanks to Backstage Creations, I was backstage at the BET Awards checking out all the swag celebs get to take home with them. Besides the usual diamond encrusted watches, designer duds, and yummy liquor, celebs like Jaime Foxx, Beyonce, Lil John and Mary J Blige got to take home some cool gadgets. Read all about it on my Yahoo! Tech column, and find out how some lucky celebs are burning 150 calories in ten minutes on a stationery machine. No wonder they’re so thin. Ten minutes on this machine equals to 30 minutes at the gym. Here’s some images of the event.

This week over at Yahoo! Tech:

1. BET Awards Swag: Pocket Surfer
2. BET Awards Swag: TurboSonic Vibrations
3. Left Your Cellphone Charger at Home? No problem!
4. Breathalyzers: Test Your Alcohol Levels
5. How To Avoid Risky Sites
6. Babies Go Geek Chic

Have a great 4th of July weekend!

TD @ Yahoo! Tech June 23, 2006

It is HOT! As you may have heard, the world is on FIRE! So I hope the scorching summer weather is not driving you crazy. If it is, then hit the nearest pool ASAP. Just in case you’re missing my posts over at Yahoo! Tech, here’s a weekly round-up:

• Brain Age Review: Train Your Brain Daily
• Quick Review: Nintendo DS Lite
• Sneak Peek: T-Mobile’s Sidekick 3
• Creative Zen V Plus Rivals iPod Nano
• Great Underground Websites
• Help! I Feel So Lost In The Tech World

There’s more, so check them out on Techie Diva’s Yahoo! Tech Daily column. Drink lots of water, stay out of the sun and keep on reading TD. Cheers!

Winner Announced! April 7, 2006

Congratulations to Lisa T. from TN! She was the winner of the XBox 360 Premium Bundle. Thanks to all those who entered the contest, and remember to sign up for our daily newsletter for more chances to win gear.